CJ De Silva Death - "Gifted Child" Dies and Here's The Cause Of Death

CJ DE SILVA DEATH – The Former “Promil Kid” died on Tuesday, June 18, as confirmed by her husband Wincy Ong and here are some details about it. The former Promil Gifted Child was a painter, illustrator, graphic designer, creative director in the field of advertising, and a podcaster on Telebabad Tapes. She may be remembered as the former Promil Kid but for her husband, she will be remembered for the kindness she showed other people.

“Gifted Child” CJ de Silva Passes Away At 36

A “Gifted Child” became one with the universe

Creative director and artist CJ de Silva-Ong, who was known as a gifted child in a Promil commercial in the 90s passed away at 36.

CJ, along with other gifted children, in the 90s era, became part of the Philippine culture. She was featured in a commercial for the formula milk brand, and she became a household name at that time.

In a Facebook post on June 19, CJ’s husband Wincy Ong broke the sad news to the public. He shared that his wife died on June 18.

“She fought to the very end. Sadly, yesterday at 10:45 AM, while in the ICU, our beloved Cj suffered two strokes, and finally became one with the Universe,” Wincy wrote in his post.

He also described CJ as a loving wife, a loving mother to their two cats, and a loving daughter to her parents and uncle. Wincy shared that CJ was very passionate when it came to her job as Executive Creative Director in the world of advertising. He added that his wife used her illustration and painting to champion causes close to her heart.

Wincy also mentioned CJ’s popularity back in the 90s as a gifted child in a commercial. However, he said that it was obvious that CJ was a gift to people because of the stories shared by hospital visitors and messages from people that he received.

“Behind that tough and take-charge person you may know is such a sweet, caring girl. I will always remember her for the kindness she brought to people,” he said.

CJ’s husband also shared that the “Gifted Child” wanted to have a simple funeral. She wanted it to be fun and not so serious. With this Wincy encourages the people to celebrate CJ’s 36 years with the things she loved – music, conversations, coffee, and good food.

He also shared the wake details: